Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: 3AM ET 01/20/2026 Newscast
Date: January 20, 2026
Host: Ted Lindner (FOX News Podcasts)

Episode Overview

This episode delivers a rapid-fire roundup of major breaking news stories both in the U.S. and globally as of January 20, 2026. The main focus circles U.S.-Iranian tensions, domestic protest responses, major developments in U.S. immigration enforcement, landmark sports news, President Trump’s controversial Greenland gambit, and diplomatic moves in U.K.-U.S. relations.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Escalating Tensions Between U.S. and Iran

[00:03]

• Summary:
  The episode opens with reports on intense unrest in Iran. Over 4,000 protester deaths have been reported, sparking combative rhetoric between Iranian and U.S. leaders.
• Details:
  • Ayatollah Ali Khamenei blames President Trump for the ongoing upheaval.
    • Quote: "[Ayatollah] declaring President Trump is responsible for the upheaval." – Greg Palkot [00:15]
  • President Trump retorts, suggesting Iran needs "new leadership" and delivers strong words in a recent interview.
  • Iranian President asserts that criticism of Iran’s Supreme Leader could be considered an act of war.
  • Iranian state TV was hacked by activists, featuring a message from the exiled son of the late Shah, urging military forces to stand down.
  • The U.S. deploys the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group, now almost at the region and "ready to respond if the White House calls for it." – Greg Palkot [00:15]

2. Domestic Unrest and U.S. Military Readiness

[00:52]

• Summary:
  The protests within Iran mirror unrest stateside in Minneapolis with anti-ICE demonstrations escalating security measures.
• Details:
  • President Trump is reportedly weighing military action in response to Minneapolis protests.
  • Governor Tim Walz has mobilized the Minnesota National Guard.
  • 1,500 troops from the 11th Airborne are "ready to deploy" if the Insurrection Act is invoked, though President Trump says it isn’t necessary "yet."
    • Quote: "1500 troops with the 11th Airborne have been given ready to deploy orders should President Trump invoke the Insurrection act..." – Jonathan Hunt [01:03]
  • Local Minneapolis leaders call the potential military involvement "unconstitutional."
    • Quote: "Local leaders in Minneapolis meanwhile, have decried the suggestion of military involvement as unconstitutional." – Jonathan Hunt [01:33]

3. Immigration Enforcement & Legal Rulings

[01:40]

• Summary:
  Continued focus on immigration policy and enforcement.
• Details:
  • Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem states 3,000 "illegal immigrants" have been arrested.
  • A federal judge limits ICE’s ability to arrest protesters or use "less lethal" weapons—a restriction defied by federal commanders.
  • CBP commander Gregory Bevino declares, "agents will continue using those weapons."
    • Quote: "CBP commander at large Gregory Bevino said agents will continue using those weapons." – Ted Lindner [01:40]

4. Major Sports Update: Indiana University Victory

[02:40]

• Summary:
  Big news in college football, anchoring a rare moment of sports triumph for Indiana.
• Details:
  • Indiana Hoosiers win their first-ever national championship, defeating the Miami Hurricanes 27-21, concluding an undefeated 16-0 season.
    • Quote: "The Hoosiers taking down the Miami Hurricanes 27-21... punctuating an unbeaten 16. 0 season with the title." – Ted Lindner [02:40]

5. The Greenland Controversy

[03:01]

• Summary:
  President Trump reignites his ambitions to purchase Greenland, launching new tariffs and provoking international tension.
• Details:
  • President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are facing a host of foreign policy issues (Davos, Venezuela, Canada’s alignment with China), but the Greenland issue is highlighted as most controversial.
  • NATO countries dispatching troops to Greenland are threatened with a 10% U.S. tariff beginning February 1st, escalating to 25% in June if the purchase doesn't happen.
    • Quote: "NATO countries who've decided to send a few dozen troops over to Greenland, well, they're going to get hit by with a 10% tariff..." – Jonathan Hunt [03:01]
  • Countries respond with threats of a "trade bazooka" to block the U.S. acquisition of Greenland.
  • President Trump does not rule out military action regarding Greenland.

6. U.K.-U.S. Diplomatic Relations & Speaker Johnson’s Visit

[03:58]

• Summary:
  Diplomatic protocol and strained international relations come to the fore as House Speaker Mike Johnson visits the U.K.
• Details:
  • Speaker Mike Johnson addresses the British Parliament at a challenging time for U.S.-U.K. relations, with British politicians united against Trump’s Greenland bid.
  • Johnson emphasizes diplomacy and historic partnership:
    • Quote: "[He] declared himself honored and humbled, adding the two nations have stood together as pillars of peace and security across generations." – Jonathan Savage [03:58]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declaring President Trump is responsible for the upheaval." – Greg Palkot [00:15]
• "1500 troops with the 11th Airborne have been given ready to deploy orders should President Trump invoke the Insurrection act..." – Jonathan Hunt [01:03]
• "CBP commander at large Gregory Bevino said agents will continue using those weapons." – Ted Lindner [01:40]
• "The Hoosiers taking down the Miami Hurricanes 27-21... punctuating an unbeaten 16. 0 season with the title." – Ted Lindner [02:40]
• "NATO countries who've decided to send a few dozen troops over to Greenland, well, they're going to get hit by with a 10% tariff..." – Jonathan Hunt [03:01]
• "...the two nations have stood together as pillars of peace and security across generations." – Jonathan Savage [03:58]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:03 – Iran unrest, U.S. tensions, Ayatollah & Trump exchange
• 00:52 – Iran protests’ roots, Iranian State TV hack, military posturing
• 01:03 – Minneapolis anti-ICE protests, military readiness, federal vs. local authority
• 01:40 – Immigration enforcement stats, legal battle over ICE arrest powers
• 02:40 – Indiana Hoosiers college football triumph
• 03:01 – Trump’s Greenland acquisition push, NATO tariffs, trade retaliation threats
• 03:58 – Speaker Mike Johnson’s U.K. visit; U.S.-U.K. relations
• 04:34 – Episode wrap (before ad and unrelated promo)

Summary

This briskly-paced Fox News Update delivers crucial details on global and domestic crises, highlights extraordinary sports achievements, and reveals fresh international diplomatic friction. It’s a snapshot of a tense, fast-moving news cycle, notable for the intertwining of military action, civil unrest, bold presidential moves, and international disputes. The tone is immediate and urgent, matching the gravity and speed of the news.